The Sony WF-1000XM6 ranks #74 out of 297 total In-Ear Headphones for sound quality. See all Headphones rankings for every top pick.
Brand: Sony
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#74 Sony WF-1000XM6: $258.00 TWS Amazon eBay
Pros: These true wireless earbuds score 79.6 for preference in the median of 4 squig.link measurements, with a 1.37 dB deviation that tracks the target closely. Active noise cancelling, LDAC and LC3 support, IPX4 water resistance and 8 hours per charge (24 with the case) make them a complete everyday package. Each earbud weighs only 6.5 g.
Cons: Presence from 3 to 6 kHz runs about 2.3 dB low and a 3.6 dB dip near 10.9 kHz trims air, so vocals and cymbals sound slightly reserved. The lower midrange is 1.2 dB thick, which adds a touch of warmth some listeners may find muddy. The wired Meze Alba matches its rating for less money.
| Released | Feb 2026 (8 months ago) |
|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes |
| Back | Closed |
| Battery Life | 8 hours (24 with case, Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Connection | True wireless |
| Deviation From Target | 1.37 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Drivers | 1 x 8.4mm dynamic |
| Form Factor | In-ear |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Harman Preference Score | 80 (median of 4 squig.link measurements, calibrated to AutoEQ) |
| IP Rating | IPX4 |
| Sub-bass Extension | Within 6 dB of target down to 20 Hz (-2.6 dB at 30 Hz) |
| Tonal Tilt | -0.06 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
| Weight | 0 lbs (6.5 g) per earbud |
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